Kirstie Alley has passed away after a brief and private battle with cancer, her children say. She was 71.
Alley won an Emmy Award and a Golden Globe in 1991 for her role as Rebecca Howe in the hit sitcom “Cheers.” She also won an Emmy for her performance in another sitcom, “Veronica’s Closet,” and had numerous movie roles including “Look Who’s Talking,” “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,” “Drop Dead Gorgeous,” and more.
Her family shared the statement below on social media.
To all our friends, far and wide around the world…
We are sad to inform you that our incredible, fierce and loving mother has passed away after a battle with cancer, only recently discovered.
She was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead. As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother.
We are grateful to the incredible team of doctors and nurses at the Moffitt Cancer Center for their care.
Our mother’s zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did.
We thank you for your love and prayers and ask that you respect our privacy at this difficult time.
With love always,
True and Lillie Parker
Kirstie Alley passes away at 71 after cancer battle
